Basic Moves (3)

Learn the essential attack combos and defensive maneuvers in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge. Master these basic moves to dominate your enemies!

Alright, let's break down the core moves you'll be using constantly in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge. Mastering these basic attacks and their follow-ups is key to surviving the streets of New York and taking down Shredder's goons!

Basic Attacks & Combos:

• Straight Stab: This is your bread-and-butter attack, usually mapped to [A]. It's quick and can stun enemies, setting them up for more punishment.
• Back Kick: If an enemy is behind you, you can perform a Back Kick by pressing [B] + [A]. This is a great way to deal with enemies trying to flank you.

Chaining Attacks:

The real magic happens when you start chaining these moves together. Many attacks have follow-ups that require specific timing or conditions:

• Reaching Stab: If your Straight Stab hits, you can follow up with a Reaching Stab (also [A]). This move has a bit more range and can also stun enemies.
• Side Sai Smash: After a successful Reaching Stab, you can perform a Side Sai Smash (again, [A]). This one packs a punch and can stun.
• Twirl Uppercut: Following up a Side Sai Smash with another [A] input will unleash a Twirl Uppercut. This move launches enemies into the air, perfect for juggling!
• Quick Heavy Swing: From a Twirl Uppercut, if you hold [A] as it connects, you'll perform a Quick Heavy Swing. This is a powerful move that sends enemies flying back.

Other Essential Moves:

• Step Handle Bash: You can perform this by pressing any direction on the D-pad plus [A]. It's a solid, forward-moving attack.
• Backflip: Press [B] to perform a Backflip. You can add a direction ([B]/[F] + [B]) to control your movement. This move makes you briefly invulnerable, so use it to dodge out of danger!
• Flying Dropkick: While airborne (after a Backflip, for example), pressing [A] will result in a Flying Dropkick. This is great for hitting enemies from above.
• Quick Heavy Swing (Aerial): If your Flying Dropkick successfully hits an enemy or object, holding [A] as it connects will perform another Quick Heavy Swing, sending them flying.

Important Notes:

• Many of these chained attacks require the previous move to hit successfully. Pay attention to the enemy's reaction!
• The 'Back Kick' is a fantastic defensive option, especially when surrounded. Don't forget you can do it after many other moves if an enemy is behind you.
• Experiment with these moves! The best way to learn is to get in there and try them out against the Foot Clan.